What Is Fatigue? Fatigue is defined as when a person becomes extremely tired, usually from mental or physical exhaustion or an illness. While there are times that normal life can cause a person to become tired, when fatigue becomes persistent or excessive, a medical issue might be to blame.
Causes of Fatigue
- Anemia
- Anxiety disorders
- Cancer
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Concussion
- Sleep disorder
Do I Have a Sleep Problem?
It can be difficult to know whether you have normal fatigue or some type of sleep disorder. A sleep study is one way to determine the source of your sleep difficulties. Most insurance companies require a physician’s referral before covering the cost of a sleep study.Types of Sleep Disorders
- Excessive daytime sleepiness
- Fatigue
- Narcolepsy
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Restless leg syndrome
- Sleep apnea
- Sleep deprivation
- Sleep paralysis
- Sleepwalking